Being a member of the military is a dangerous job. The risk of injury and death is always present, whether in training or in combat. However, what many people don’t realize is that the most common injury among military personnel is hearing loss. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, over 50% of veterans who served in Iraq and …
Start Your New Year with Better Hearing!
No matter who you are or what stage of life you happen to be in, it’s never a bad idea to get a hearing test. Why is that? Regular hearing tests help ensure that you are doing a good job of protecting your hearing from loud noise, as well as mitigating the modifiable risk factors that have more to do …
Hearing Hazards in the Workplace
The industrial revolution brought with it many new hazards for our hearing. Even those of us who don’t work in manufacturing are now exposed to potentially damaging noise levels in our workplaces on loading docks, at loud bars or nightclubs, and many other spaces where noise levels are high. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) established firm guidelines in …
Sensorineural Hearing Loss: What You Need to Know
Have you been having difficulty understanding what other people say? Has it been a while since you heard birds singing? Do people tell you that you seem to be hearing with more difficulty? It could be that you have sensorineural hearing loss. Types of Hearing Loss There are two main types of hearing loss: conductive and sensorineural. There is also …
Questions to Ask During a Hearing Consultation & Fitting
So you’ve decided to have a hearing test and get a set of hearing aids. Good for you! Hearing aids are the best treatment for most people’s hearing loss, and they’re better than ever. They’ll help you to stay engaged with the people in your life, and help you to feel more confident, independent, and optimistic! What Is a Hearing …
Talking To Your Loved One About Hearing Loss Treatment
Communication is the defining feature of our relationships. In a very basic sense, what it means have a relationship with someone is to “relate” through communication. Of the many ways that you can build a relationship with your loved ones is to talk about their health and wellness. You can check in about known health concerns and also ask about …
Tips for Selecting Hearing Aids
If you’re ready for a set of hearing aids, good for you! Hearing loss is a reality for about one-third of those aged 60–74, and half of those 75 and up. The best thing you can do when hearing loss becomes a part of your life is to seek treatment as soon as possible! Earlier treatment means an easier adjustment …
Driving Tips for Hearing Aid Wearers
In 2022, there were over 238 million licensed drivers on the road, up five million from the year before. That means that 89% of the adults in the U.S. are behind the wheel of a car. Driving is a right of passage, many of us learn when we are teenagers and never look back. You could say that in some …
Treating Hearing Loss Helps You Stay Socially Connected
Many people imagine that hearing loss is not much more than a minor annoyance. In the earliest stages, this might even be true. But then, as hearing loss progresses, it starts to have more noticeable effects on our ability to participate in our social lives. Over time, those with untreated hearing loss tend to shrink from social activities, which can …
Nutrients that Can Support Your Hearing Health
We all want to maintain our best hearing ability throughout our lives. While hearing protection is important for hearing loss prevention, and hearing aids are important for hearing loss treatment, it turns out that dietary factors can also contribute to better hearing. And, as a bonus, the same dietary measures that can protect our hearing are also good for a …